Tree Care Groundperson

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Any Location, IL
Job Description
Role Overview

Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation and become a dynamic Tree Care Groundperson. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! Assist the climbers, foreman, and other crew members in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.

What You Will Do

Perform tasks such as pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy, installation of cables, bracing, and lightening protection systems, removal of hazardous trees, and maintaining, preparing, and operating all tools and equipment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The company offers opportunities for advancement, paid time off, paid holidays, all job-specific equipment and safety gear provided, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options, group health plan, employee referral bonus program, locations throughout the US in major cities and desirable areas, and a career development program supported by industry expert safety specialists & skills trainers.

Requirements

  • Love of the outdoors
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
  • Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
  • Group Health Plan
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Locations throughout the US in major cities and desirable areas
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
  • Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
  • Charitable matching gift program
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